Director of Advancement

Peoria, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 60000 - 80000

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Administration

Job Summary

Position Type:
Administration/Director

Date Posted:
1/5/2026

Location:
Peoria Notre Dame High School (Peoria)

Date Available:
Immediately

About Peoria Notre Dame High School
The foundation of Peoria Notre Dame High School is its mission to form disciples of Jesus Christ within a community of Catholic faith knowledge and service. Through a commitment to academic excellence faith-filled leadership and service to others PND plays a vital role in shaping students and strengthening the broader Peoria community. The schools success is made possible through the shared dedication of students families alumni clergy faculty staff coaches and generous supporters whose continued commitment ensures that Peoria Notre Dame remains a premier Catholic high school and a strong faith-centered presence for future generations.

About the Role
Peoria Notre Dame seeks a qualified mission-driven professional to serve as Director of Advancement. This full-time year-round position provides leadership for all fundraising and advancement-related marketing efforts in support of the schools mission and long-term sustainability. The Director of Advancement plays a critical role in strengthening donor relationships expanding philanthropic support and advancing the long-term strength of the school.

What You Will Do

Advancement Leadership Provide strategic leadership for all fundraising initiatives and advancement operations; oversee Advancement department personnel and initiatives.
Fundraising & Donor Relations Lead annual fundraising efforts including the Annual Fund; cultivate solicit and steward donors; administer scholarships; develop and grow membership in the 1863 Society the schools legacy gift donor program.
Events & Publications Oversee major advancement-related events and manage The Irish Lens magazine and other donor communications.
Marketing & Communications Collaborate on advancement-related marketing efforts to promote the mission and impact of Peoria Notre Dame High School.
Administration & Reporting Maintain donor records and confidentiality; manage projects and deadlines; perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Bring

A strong commitment to the mission of Peoria Notre Dame.
3-5 years of experience in advancement fundraising marketing or related fields.
Proven track record in donor cultivation solicitation and stewardship.
Demonstrated communication organizational and leadership skills.
Ability to build meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency with fundraising databases and digital communication tools.
Ability to work independently to manage projects and meet deadlines.

What You Will Get

We value our employees and for full-time employees offer a complete benefits package to support overall well-being including:
Salary Range: $60000$80000 based on skills and experience.
The salary offered may vary depending on several individualized factors including but not limited to job level skills experience job-related knowledge and training. Please note that salary is only one component of the total package.
Medical dental prescription and vision plans to support you and your family
Paid Time Off including vacation sick leave and holidays
Retirement savings through a 403(b) plan with employer contributions
Long-term disability coverage
Life insurance

How to Apply
For consideration please submit a cover letter and resume to Grant McInnis Chief Operating Officer at . Additionally please fill out this Frontline application.

Required Experience:

Director

Position Type:Administration/DirectorDate Posted:1/5/2026Location:Peoria Notre Dame High School (Peoria)Date Available:ImmediatelyAbout Peoria Notre Dame High School The foundation of Peoria Notre Dame High School is its mission to form disciples of Jesus Christ within a community of Catholic faith ...